Exceptional opportunity in the highly sought-after 78745 corridor. Situated on a generously sized lot backing directly to Williamson Creek and a scenic greenbelt, this property offers a rare combination of privacy, natural surroundings, and redevelopment potential in one of South Austin's most desirable locations. Ready for renovation and its next chapter. The single-story floor plan features four bedrooms, two living areas, one full bathroom, and two half bathrooms, providing flexibility for a variety of future uses. The main living area flows into the kitchen, which includes a gas range and is positioned for easy entertaining. A second living space offers additional versatility and could serve as a home office, media room, playroom, or creative studio. Sliding glass doors open to the backyard, where an in-ground pool overlooks the greenbelt setting. With direct access to the creek and surrounding natural area, the property presents a unique opportunity to create a private outdoor retreat. Conveniently located just minutes from Ben White Boulevard and IH-35, with quick access to Downtown Austin, South Congress, South Lamar, South First, and St. Elmo District favorites. Enjoy nearby restaurants, coffee shops, entertainment venues, and local shopping while still benefiting from a peaceful, tucked-away setting. Whether you're seeking a renovation project, investment property, or homesite with long-term upside, this property offers outstanding potential in a prime South Austin location. Property is being sold as-is.
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Price cut: $55K (7/3)
$360,000
5111 Meadow Creek Dr, Austin, TX 78745
4beds
1,427sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
10,162 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private outdoor retreatFour bedroomsSingle-story floor planGenerously sized lot
- 69 days
- 1,174
- 70
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Listed by:
Wendy Jansky-Serra (512) 575-3644,
Compass RE Texas, LLC (512) 575-3644
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 7189894
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Description: 1st (original) primary bedroom.
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Primary bedroom
- Description: 2nd Primary bedroom addition on the back of the house, has a half bath that could be renovated/expanded to be a full bath.
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Half Bath
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Description: This room is half of the enclosed garage. Could be an office, media room, additional bedroom, or could open back up to have a functional 2-car garage.
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchn - Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Open to Family Room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Electric Dryer Hookup, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Washer Hookup
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
- Windows: Drapes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,427 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
- Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Privacy, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 10,162 Square Feet
- Features: Back to Park/Greenbelt, Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, Private, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Views
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 04141016100000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Emerald Forest Sec 04
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Austin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $445,586
- Annual tax amount: $3,285
- Date on market: 7/3/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Price change | $360,000-13.3%$252/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $415,000+13.7%$291/sqft |
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| 2/3/2026 | Price change | $365,000-1.1%$256/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Price change | $369,000-1.6%$259/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Price change | $375,000-2.3%$263/sqft |
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| 1/13/2026 | Price change | $384,000-1.3%$269/sqft |
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| 12/30/2025 | Price change | $389,000-1.5%$273/sqft |
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| 12/18/2025 | Price change | $395,000-7.1%$277/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Price change | $425,000-10.5%$298/sqft |
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| 9/12/2024 | Price change | $475,000-13.5%$333/sqft |
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| 7/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $549,000$385/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,285 -54.5% | $445,586 -2% |
| 2024 | $7,213 +22% | $454,883 +10% |
| 2023 | $5,913 -7% | $413,530 +10% |
| 2022 | $6,360 | $375,936 +10% |
| 2021 | -- | $341,760 +10% |
| 2020 | $6,170 +14.7% | $310,691 -5.5% |
| 2019 | $5,379 +18% | $328,870 +28.1% |
| 2018 | $4,560 | $256,769 +10% |
| 2017 | $4,560 +20.6% | $233,426 +10% |
| 2016 | $3,781 | $212,205 +10% |
| 2015 | $3,781 | $192,914 +10% |
| 2014 | $3,781 | $175,376 +10% |
| 2013 | -- | $159,433 +3.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $154,169 -4.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $160,749 0% |
| 2010 | -- | $160,791 +6.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $151,586 +10% |
| 2008 | -- | $137,805 +10% |
| 2007 | -- | $125,277 +10% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,888 +2.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $110,781 +12.8% |
| 2002 | $2,138 | $98,248 |
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Neighborhood: South Manchaca
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St Elmo
- Middle: Bedichek
- High: Travis
- District: Austin ISD
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